Quality-Control

Quality control inspectors check the quality of incoming and outgoing materials or products for a company, as well as the production procedures. This job involves tasks such as running tests, keeping a record of defects, analyzing products, and overseeing procedures. Quality control inspectors may work from a variety of locations, from assembly lines to laboratories or a quality control department. This may involve long hours of standing at a time, depending on the location. Most quality control inspectors work full-time, however, some may be required to work evenings or weekends, or overtime to meet production deadlines. This job is well suited to people with an eye for detail, who have an aptitude for math, and who have technical skills.